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Bensalem, PA 19020 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 71
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool
Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool is a child care center in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 71 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with full-time care, infant care, pre-k and preschool. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 71 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 12 weeks through 3rd grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Parents pack food; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 71 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 71 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00250287
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 7, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 4 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Safety and hazards 1
- Records and paperwork 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Jul 7, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“At time of unannounced inspection on 7/7/26, a Philodendron plant was observed in the Pre-K classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.181(e) Emergency master file updated
“At time of unannounced inspection on 7/7/26, the emergency contact information observed in the classrooms did not have updated signatures and dates, the updated forms were only in the office files. .”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
- Jan 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool
Is Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool licensed?
Yes. Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 2 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool care for?
71, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 645-9270 to ask.
What is Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool's phone number?
(215) 645-9270.
Where is Bensalem Childcare Center and Preschool?
5623 Bensalem Blvd, Bensalem, PA 19020. The nearest other daycare we list is Teddy Bear College, 0.4 miles away.